Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales
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- Opportunity number
- DFOP0017204
- Agency
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Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Department of State
- Applications due
- Not on record
- Award size
- $375,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Arts
- Eligible applicants
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- 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- Points of contact
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- Jill Staggs staggsjj@state.gov (202) 623-6409
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is seeking applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to support U.S. presentations at International Art Biennales, specifically targeting the Venice Biennale. The primary objective is to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign audiences to innovative and compelling works of art that promote cultural dialogue. Eligible applicants must demonstrate artistic excellence, showcase American innovation, and design exhibitions that foster global understanding. Proposals will be evaluated based on their ability to advance U.S. foreign policy goals, artistic merit, and potential to create meaningful international cultural exchanges. The grant opportunity will have two submission cycles: May 1-August 6, 2025, for the 61st Biennale in 2026, and November 1, 2026-January 30, 2027, for the 62nd Biennale in 2028.
The total award amount is up to $375,000 per biennale cycle, with a specific requirement that $125,000 be allocated to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection for pavilion operations, and the remaining $250,000 used for exhibition development and production. Cost-sharing is mandatory, and in the event of a tied application, the proposal with a greater cost-share will be prioritized. The place of performance will be the Venice Biennale in Italy, with the project timeline expected to span approximately two years, covering exhibition preparation, implementation, and related cultural programming. This grant falls under the Professional and Cultural Exchange Programs - Citizen Exchanges (CFDA 19.415), which supports international cultural and educational exchange initiatives.
Synopsis
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign audiences to innovative and compelling works of art that reflect promote American values and foster international dialogue on shared global challenges.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
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| Budget Guidelines-Template for Multi-Year Awards (FY25).xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| 2025 Proposal Submission Instructions.docx | DOCX document | |
| Monitoring Indicator Tracker Template.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Timeline Template.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Biennale Art APS REVISED 7.28.25.docx | DOCX document |
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